At a small ceremony at the Kingston Senior Center, town officials were proud to present Margaret Spalluzzi with The Boston Post Cane, signifying and celebrating that she is Kingston’s oldest resident, at 103 years young! The Boston Post Cane dates back to 1909 and Kingston has had one since 1985. Margaret’s cane is a replica of the permanent cane that is encased and securely displayed at the Kingston Town House. Her name will be added to the list of recipients.
Margaret worked as a welder at the Hingham Shipyard from 1942 to 1945 and is believed to be the last surviving World War II “Rosie the Riveter” in Massachusetts. She recently received a Congressional Gold Medal at a ceremony at the State House for her service during the war.
She is a longtime supporter of the Council on Aging, attending lunches and classes weekly, and a dedicated member of The Friends of the Kingston Council on Aging.
Congratulations, Margaret!
Pictured (L-R): Assistant Town Clerk, Janna Morrissey; State Representative Kathy LaNatra, Margaret Spalluzzi, Town Administrator, Keith Hickey; Director of Elder Affairs, Holly Nighelli